Nicola Smith Hypnotherapy - DHNLP

I discovered hypnotherapy whilst helping a friend do some market research when she started up her own personal development business. I found hypnotherapy fascinating and was amazed at how quickly it can work for people who want to make life changes. I have always worked for myself, previously in Publishing, Marketing, Events and PR, so starting my own hypnotherapy business in came naturally to me.

It is important to feel completely comfortable with your hypnotherapist in order to get the best results from your hypnotherapy session, which is why I offer a free 15min, no obligation, consultation over the phone. During the consultation I will explain how hypnotherapy works and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to give me a call or send me a text on my mobile: 0789 9971000.

Most Frequently Asked Questions:
What exactly is hypnotherapy?
Hypnosis is a state characterized by extreme suggestibility, relaxation and heightened imagination. In reality, it is more like daydreaming, or the feeling of “losing yourself” in a good book or movie. You are fully conscious, but you tune out most of the stimuli around you. You focus intently on the subject at hand, to the near exclusion of any other thought.

Can everyone be hypnotized?
YES. The lightest state of hypnosis (Alpha) is achieved easily. Everyone enters a hypnotic state every day, several times per day. It’s that state you are in when you are watching TV, reading a good book, playing video games, and, yes, even driving. It’s the state you are in when you are just waking up or just going to bed. You are not fully conscious, but you are not fully unconscious either. In this state you’re up to 200 times more suggestible than when you are fully awake (Beta).

What exactly can it do for me?
Research is constantly being conducted to answer this question on a variety of topics. Hypnotherapy can help you make changes in your life. It allows you to focus your attention on a particular goal and you are more likely to follow the suggestions during a hypnotic state. Hypnosis has medical, therapeutic, physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits.

What if I fall asleep during the hypnosis session?
That was a valid question a few years back, before we had advanced research on the topic. It has been discovered by several research groups that the hearing acts like a surveillance camera. Your eyes close, but your ears cannot close. They remain open always, taking in information constantly. When a mother is “asleep” and hears her baby cry, she will “awaken” immediately.
The truth is, we never really sleep, a part of our brain is always alert. That part is our hearing. It stays alert to protect us and or offspring. If someone breaks into your home while you are “asleep,” you will be alerted as soon as you hear a noise. Your hearing is “on” 24/7, taking in information and recording it. In hypnosis, we use this to your advantage, so even if you fall “asleep” during the session, your brain is still recording all of the information in your subconscious mind.

Can I engage in other forms of therapy while I’m doing this?
Yes, however you should focus on only one hypnosis recording topic at a time to see the best results. You can also use other forms of therapy such as relaxation techniques, cognitive-behavioural therapy, meditation, acupuncture, etc.

Will there be any negative after effects?
You will be in a relaxed state of consciousness under hypnosis. Some people do end up falling asleep and this is okay because your subconscious mind will still hear the suggestions.

Will I lose control?
No, you will always be in control.

Is there any problem that you can’t handle with hypnotherapy?
Anything that anyone is experiencing which is a psychosomatic nature (ie: the body being affected by the mind) is easily relieved with the use of hypnotherapy. This list is limitless (ie: nervousness, sleeplessness, weight gain, etc) also habits that are controlled by the mind are easily limited (ie: nail biting, smoking, chewing tobacco). If a client has a medical problem which is purely of an organic nature (ie: a problem resulting from brain damage or any other damage to the body) the use of hypnotherapy can still of value, however the results can be somewhat mitigated by the presence of the physical damage. In the presence of damage to some part of the body, it is strongly emphasized that you should seek the knowledge of a medical professional in addition to or instead of hypnotherapy.

Are medications needed or used?
Medications are not needed to enter a state of hypnosis. You should always seek the advice of a medical doctor if you wish to stop using medication.

What if I believe I’m too old to change? Is that a stumbling block?
Your subconscious mind does not have an age and this is what hypnosis target. Hypnosis can help you change no matter what your age.

What if I don’t believe in hypnosis? Will it work anyway?
If you are purposefully resisting hypnosis, it won’t work because you are always in control.

If I’m not sure I really want to lose weight (stop smoking, relieve ocd, control alcohol, control liquor, improve sex drive, etc.), will hypnosis work?
It can still work, but your results will be better if you are on board with the program.

What makes a person a good candidate?
Anyone who wants to make a change in his or her life is a good candidate.

Is hypnosis appropriate for everyone? Are there any drawbacks?
Hypnosis is appropriate for most people. There is controversy over the use of hypnosis for people with epilepsy or who have schizophrenia. There are no drawbacks to hypnosis if you do not have these disorders.